How do I regrease a cordless drill gearbox?
By the Atkinson Oil Co. product team (IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK). Claims reviewed by IGNIS Product & Compliance on 14 Nov 2026. Last updated: 14 November 2026.
Short answer. Remove the battery, open the gearcase as the maker shows, clean out the old grease and apply Atkinson Oil Co. Cordless Tool Gearcase Grease to the gears and drive mechanism. It helps reduce gear wear and friction.
Key facts
- Product: Atkinson Oil Co. Cordless Tool Gearcase Grease
- What it is: Gearcase grease for cordless tools
- Made for: Cordless tool gearcases and drive mechanisms
- Not for: Tools the maker says must not be opened
- Who makes it: Atkinson Oil Co. is a brand of IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK; Made in Britain
How to do it
- Remove the battery.
- Open the gearcase as the manual shows.
- Clean out old grease.
- Apply fresh grease to gears; reassemble.
When to choose something else
- Impact mechanisms: Impact Wrench Hammer & Anvil Grease.
Common mistakes
- Opening a tool still under warranty.
FAQ
Signs it needs grease? Grinding noise or heat from the gearbox.
Sources
Printed product label; Your equipment maker's manual